A blog about a busy life with two boys and the creative moments in between.

03/27/2014

Fresh Air + Farmstr

This past week, Mr. Golden Sun has shown his face on a few occasions. It was enough for me to spend most of my free time daydreaming about summer, new sandals, and sun bathing with a frosty margarita. Even 10 minutes of warmth on my face {while I'm wearing a parka because it's still cold}, instantly lifts my mood. Apparently my boys feel the same way because a Sunday stroll in a nearby park had them giddy with delight. I've honestly never seen Ben so excited to sit in the grass. Maybe it's because he's just about to turn one, so he's all of a sudden so expressive but the giggles, squeals, FACES, and squinty eyes were just too much. It's like the sun came out and he came to life. Sky turned into an angel and was in such a good mood it made me forget how hard it is to have 2 little kids....for a minute. We all felt better, we got a little exercise, the evening was more pleasant, and everyone slept well. {Note to self - more walks even though it's hard to get going}. Fresh air truly is sometimes the best cure-all.

These little spurts of spring also have me thinking about gardening....farmers markets, and growing food. My mouth is already watering over fresh tomatoes and lettuce, basil picked right off the deck, and summer berries. My own time to garden will be minimal so I'm thankful the Seattle area has many markets, co-op's, CSA's, and local farms.

One new option is Farmstr. Have you heard of it? It’s based out of Seattle and is a service that connects farmers directly with consumers – think "Craigslist" for local food. When farmers have something in season and available, they post it to the site where you can go on and choose what you want and where you want to pick it up. It ends up being very affordable and food can be purchased in small and large quantities. It's a connection between local growers who have something to sell and the consumer who wants something local, fresh, and organic.

I received a flat of pea shoots and sunflower sprouts from Indianola Organics to try. We decided to make smoothies. We've been big into liquid eating – sometimes it’s the only way I have time to eat and it gets something green in the kids. I actually had never tried pea shoots before but they are REALLY GOOD. Next time I have more I’m going to make something like this or this. Yum! So, if you are interested in truly local fare, check out Farmstr! Inventory is always changing and there is always something interesting!

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So right there with you in regards to the weather. Ready for full on warmth and sunshine! My family became members of a local organic co-op last fall and it has seriously been the most amazing resource for us! Have never had pea shoots, but now I'm inspired ;)